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Perched on Thuy Son Peak, Vietnam, Huyen Khong Cave feels like a different world. Its lofty setting is ideal for travelers to step away from daily cares and embrace their true selves. Keep reading with Asia King Travel as we will reveal the secrets behind this surreal attraction!
Set atop Thuy Son Peak, Huyen Khong Cave carries the aura of a world apart
Huyen Khong Cave is a highlight of Marble Mountains. People admire this cave for the striking rock formations and long-standing cultural values.
To create a spiritual landmark that still inspires today, previous Vietnamese generations had built various temples and shrines in Huyen Khong Cave. The cave was also given a meaningful name. In Vietnamese, Huyen Khong translates to “mystery and emptiness.” Therefore, many people believe that after visiting this place, their worries would fade away, leaving their hearts and minds carefree.
On your way to Huyen Khong Cave, you will first pass through Hoa Nghiem Cave and then descend more than twenty stone steps into the mountain. Along the staircase, there are four guardian statues whose appearances are formidable. Historians suggest that these deities were adapted from Hindu gods.
The path toward Huyen Khong Cave begins with a passage through Hoa Nghiem Cave
Inside, the main chamber opens up like a giant bell, with its ceiling reaching sixteen meters above the floor. Moving on, you might notice five natural holes on the cave’s roof. Locals interpret them as five fingers of Buddha’s hand or five elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth).
Around noon on sunny days, when sunlight pours through, a breathtaking scene of golden beams dancing in the air gives Huyen Khong Cave its most solemn moment ever. This is expected to be a time that photographers and travelers alike would love to anticipate.
For those planning a visit, Huyen Khong Cave welcomes guests daily from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends and public holidays. Tickets are currently VND 40,000 per adult, VND 10,000 for students with valid IDs, and free of charge for children under six.
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Huyen Khong Cave is located at 81 Huyen Tran Princess Street, Ngu Hanh Son Ward, Da Nang City, right on the summit of Marble Mountains. Thanks to this elevated position, the cave can preserve its mysterious vibe from any noise of the crowded city.
Huyen Khong Cave rests atop the Marble Mountains
Huyen Khong Cave lies within Thuy Son Peak, also known as the Water Mountain, one of five peaks that make up the Marble Mountains of Da Nang. Hence, you first need to arrive at the Marble Mountains complex.
Overall, the route is quite straightforward. Once you leave Dragon Bridge, continue onto Ngo Quyen Street. Then you should turn onto Xuan Huong Lake before joining Vo Nguyen Giap and Truong Sa Street. A final turn into Huyen Tran Princess Street would bring you to the foot of the mountain.
There are two common approaches that lead to Huyen Khong Cave
There are two main options to access Huyen Khong Cave. Gate 1 is for those who prefer the traditional path. Here, visitors walk up the stone staircase toward Linh Ung Pagoda, then continue higher until reaching Tam Thai Pagoda near the entrance of Huyen Khong Cave. Although it requires some climbing, this route is actually the most direct and saves time.
Gate 2 is more convenient if you are someone who wants to avoid climbing. At this entrance, the elevator is ready for use. By taking it, you can skip the 108 steps leading to Linh Ung Pagoda with a small charge of VND 30,000. From there, the journey continues with another staircase to the Tam Thai Pagoda. There will be clear signs pointing the way to Huyen Khong Cave after that.
The best time to explore Huyen Khong Cave is during Da Nang’s dry season. This window usually falls between April and August.
That said, visiting in these months makes your journey more comfortable, as roads are easier to travel and outdoor activities can be enjoyed without disruption. A small tip is to check the forecast and choose a bright day, then you will be able to fully take in the beauty of Huyen Khong Cave.
Huyen Khong Cave is best explored in Da Nang’s dry season
The entrance of Huyen Khong Cave is narrow and extends deep inside, yet it would immediately capture your attention with the three calligraphic characters carved above: “Huyen Khong Quan”. The strokes are bold, as if they want to remind any visitors that you are about to enter a realm set apart from everyday life.
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The gateway into Huyen Khong Cave is slim, leading further into its depths
Exploring inside Huyen Khong Cave is definitely an indispensable part of our journey here. You should expect to see exquisitely crafted altars, stone statues, and relief. They are all living proof of how devoted pastime’s artisans were.
At the center, your eyes are drawn to the statue of Shakyamuni Buddha, carved in 1960 by master craftsman Nguyen Chat. Beneath Buddha’s presence rests the altar of Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva, the guardian believed to lead souls toward peace and salvation.
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The focal point within the cave is the imposing statue of Shakyamuni Buddha
On the right, Trang Nghiem Pagoda invites prayers to Avalokiteshvara for compassion, while nearby shrines honor Guan Yu and his loyal companions. There is even a special corner dedicated to the heavenly matchmakers. Whether you are single or taken, you can still come to wish for good fortune in your love life.
On the left side, the temple of Lady Ngoc Phi possesses spiritual energy relating to prosperity. Here, our Goddess of Wealth will bless you with success. Nearby, Lady Loi Phi, also known as the Goddess of the Forest, is worshipped for health, harmony, and safety in everyday life.
Besides its sacred devotion, Huyen Khong Cave also stores memories of a battleground once vital in the nation’s struggle.
That said, during the anti-French resistance, local leaders and guerrillas used the cave as a clandestine base. They took advantage of its sheltering chambers and natural concealment to plan, hide, and regroup. When you walk through the cave today, it’s like you’re following the same path that guided Vietnamese fighters through the hardest wartime.
In short, you don’t need to follow a religion or any particular path of meditation; simply being at Huyen Khong Cave would allow you to enjoy tranquil moments before stepping back into the world outside. We hope our guide can inspire you to experience this cave for yourself. Whenever you’re ready, contact Asia King Travel and let the adventure begin!
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